Master of Science in Advanced Clinical Practice Apprenticeship
Program Description
MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice Apprenticeship at University of Chester delivers expert training for experienced healthcare professionals to become autonomous practitioners, blending work-based learning with advanced diagnostics and leadership modules. Apprentices master complex decision-making, prescribing, and service redesign while maintaining clinical roles, achieving HEE’s Multi-professional Framework standards. Graduates qualify as Advanced Clinical Practitioners (ACP) ready for NHS Band 8a roles with NMC/HCPC accreditation.
Program Requirements
Language Requirements
| Test | Overall Score | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE - A | 61.0 | 59.0 | 59.0 | 59.0 | 59.0 |
| TOEFL | 91.0 | 19.0 | 20.0 | 20.0 | 21.0 |
Academic Scores
| Scale | Minimum Score Required |
|---|---|
| GPA Scale (0-4.00) | 2.80 |
Program Intakes
| May, 2026 |
|---|
| September, 2026 |
| October, 2026 |
| January, 2027 |
| February, 2027 |
| May, 2027 |
| September, 2027 |
| October, 2027 |
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